Happy as Lazzaro

In this enchanting Italian drama, the story unfolds in a rural village where the innocent and kind-hearted Lazzaro forms an unlikely friendship with the nobleman Tancredi. As their bond deepens, the film explores themes of exploitation and social injustice, weaving a narrative that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy. Directed by Alice Rohrwacher, the film won the Best Screenplay award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2018. Notable for its captivating storytelling and rich cinematography, it features standout performances from its cast. For those interested, the movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.